We are seeking a skilled and reliable Loader Operator to join our team. The Loader Operator will be responsible for operating heavy machinery to load, move, and distribute materials in a safe and efficient manner. This role requires attention to detail, a commitment to safety, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Operate Loader Machinery: Safely and efficiently operate loaders and other heavy equipment to move and load materials as required.

Material Handling: Transport materials such as soil, gravel, sand, and other aggregates to designated areas.

Maintenance: Perform routine checks and maintenance on the loader and related equipment to ensure optimal functioning. Report any mechanical issues to the maintenance team.

Safety Protocols: Adhere to all safety procedures and protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment (PPE). Participate in safety training sessions.

Documentation: Maintain accurate records of materials moved, machine usage, and any incidents or observations related to equipment and work areas.

Coordination: Work closely with other team members, site managers, and supervisors to ensure efficient workflow and task completion.

Compliance: Ensure compliance with all company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Experience: Minimum of 1 year of experience operating loaders or similar heavy equipment.

Licenses/Certifications: Valid operator's license and relevant certifications (MSHA) preferred.

Technical Skills: Proficient in the operation and control of heavy machinery. Basic mechanical skills for equipment maintenance.

Physical Fitness: Able to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting 50lbs, carrying, and operating machinery for extended periods.

Safety-Oriented: Strong commitment to workplace safety and adherence to safety guidelines.

Operate: Front End Loader, Forklift 

Attention to Detail: Ability to operate equipment precisely and carefully to avoid accidents and maintain productivity.

Communication: Strong verbal communication skills to effectively coordinate with team members and supervisors. Ability to speak and read English.

Problem-Solving: Ability to quickly and efficiently resolve issues that may arise during operations.

Time Management: Efficiently manage time and tasks to complete projects within deadlines. 

Teamwork: Work collaboratively with other operators, laborers, and site managers to achieve common goals.

Environment: Outdoor work environment exposed to varying weather conditions.

Schedule: Full-time position with potential for overtime. Shift work may be required.  24 hour operation with 12 hour shifts.

Physical Demands: Frequent climbing, lifting, balancing, stooping, kneeling, and crouching.

American Colloid a Minerals Technologies Company (MTI) is a leading, technology-driven specialty minerals company that develops, produces, and markets a broad range of mineral and mineral-based products, related systems and services. MTI serves a wide range of consumer and industrial markets, including household and personal care, paper, foundry, steel, construction and environmental solutions around the world. The company reported global sales of $2.1 billion in 2022.

ACC MTI focuses on two major segments – Consumer & Specialties and Engineered Solutions. 

Our Consumer & Specialities segment offers technologically enhanced products to consumer-driven end markets plus specialty additives that become functional components in a variety of consumer and industrial goods. This segment includes our Household & Personal Care and Specialty Additives product lines. The Household & Personal Care product line provides mineral-to-market products that serve consumer-oriented end markets including Pet Care, Personal Care, Fabric Care, Edible Oil, and Renewable Fuel Purification. Our Specialty Additives product line provides mineral-based technologies serving Paper, Packaging, Sealants & Adhesives, Paint & Coatings, Ceramics, Plastics, Food & Pharmaceutical markets.

Our Engineered Solutions segment offers advanced process technologies and solutions that are designed to improve our customers’ manufacturing processes and projects. This segment includes our High-Temperature Technologies and Environmental & Infrastructure product lines. Our High-Temperature Technologies product line offers specially-formulated blends and technologies primarily for Foundry and Steelmaking industries. Our Environmental & Infrastructure product line provides waterproofing, water purification, remediation and other fluid management technologies for critical projects for Remediation, Water Purification, and Infrastructure.

ACC MTI provides a business environment and promotes a culture that encourages all employees to contribute to our success. We have long been committed to the recruitment and advancement of the most talented and qualified people. We recognize that MTI’s ability to provide the highest caliber of products and services is enhanced by a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities and countries in which we work.